Breast Augmentation

Las Vegas breast augmentation specialist Dr. George Alexander, M.D., F.A.C.S., provides his patients with larger, more prominent breasts by performing breast augmentation surgery with implants. Dr. Alexander has nearly 20 years of experience and extensive skill in breast augmentation, and he and his highly-trained staff are dedicated to putting patient safety and care first. Throughout his career he has been consistently selected as one of the best plastic surgeons time and time again.

This procedure can increase the size of naturally small breasts or restore volume to breasts that have decreased in size after pregnancy and breastfeeding. A moderate degree of sagging in smaller breasts can be improved with breast implants, and breast augmentation is also a great option for improving asymmetrical breasts. Through the placement of saline or silicone implants, patients can enjoy natural-looking results to gain the confidence they desire and a more beautiful figure.

Implant Type

Saline

Silicone

What is it?

Silicone outer shell
filled with
a sterile saltwater solution

Silicone outer shell
filled with
an elastic silicone gel

Ideal Candidates

FDA approved for
breast augmentation
in women ages 18 and older

FDA approved for
breast augmentation in women ages 22 and older

Leak Detection

If a leak occurs it will be immediately noticeable

An MRI may be needed
to detect a leak

Incision Techniques

Inframammary

Periareolar

Incision Area

Breast crease

Beneath areola

Chances of Affecting Breastfeeding

Most commonly used incision site at the present time and may cause fewer breastfeeding difficulties

Higher likelihood of breastfeeding difficulties

Easily Concealed Scar

Yes

Yes

Allows for Precise Breast Pocket Formation

Yes (best)

Yes (good)

Implant Placement Options

Under the Muscle (Submuscular)

Implant is placed behind the chest muscle

Potentially reduced risk of scar tissue tightening around the implant

Lower chance of visible implant rippling

Provides a more natural look for patients who do not have adequate breast tissue to cover the implant

May provide for easier imaging during mammography exam

Over the Muscle (Subglandular)

Implant is placed directly behind the breast tissue but in front of the chest muscle

Usually less postoperative pain

Can achieve a natural look for patients with adequate breast tissue to cover the implant

May provide some degree of lift to breasts with minimal sagging

More visible and palpable implants in thinner patients

Our Location

Dr. Alexander & Co. | Las Vegas

1725 Village Center Circle
Suite 150 Las Vegas, NV 89134

Tel: 702.242.6776

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